How the €3 levy on non-European parcels will affect both businesses and consumers
By Shahab Wahdatehagh (pictured), Vice President, Global Trade Intelligence EMEA/AP at Descartes On 1 July 2026, the European Union introduced a new import charge on goods originating from outside the EU. Anyone ordering a parcel from, for example, a Chinese ecommerce platform can expect a surcharge of €3 as a temporary, simplified customs duty. The […]
It’s time to secure your place at the November 2026 Fleet Summit!
Registration for the November 2026 Fleet Summit is now open! Don’t miss out – connect with industry leaders, and discover what’s new in the world of fleet. Explore what’s new in the industry at this ever-popular event that offers you the unrivalled opportunity to meet 1-2-1 with suppliers and their latest competitive solutions to this evolving industry. […]
Fleet Contract Hire: Buyer’s guide for businesses
Managing a business fleet involves balancing operational requirements, driver needs, budgets and environmental goals. For many organisations, fleet contract hire offers a cost-effective way to access modern vehicles without the financial commitment and administration associated with outright ownership. However, choosing the right contract hire partner involves much more than comparing monthly rental costs. Businesses should consider maintenance […]
Pothole callouts are five times higher than last year – and fleet operators are paying the price
By Richard Moss, Road Repair Expert at highway maintenance specialist, Instarmac In February 2026, the RAC recorded an average of 225 pothole-related breakdown reports every single day – more than five times the daily average of 43 seen across the whole of 2025. In that month alone, 6,290 drivers contacted the RAC after hitting a pothole, compared […]
How to manage fleet EV performance, charging and range using telematics
Managing an electric fleet presents a different set of operational challenges to those associated with traditional petrol and diesel vehicles. Fleet managers must now use telematics to monitor battery performance, charging schedules, vehicle range, energy consumption and charging infrastructure alongside more familiar metrics such as utilisation, maintenance and driver behaviour… Telematics is increasingly becoming the […]
Powering the transition: the critical role of connected infrastructure in EV fleet adoption
It’s fair to suggest that company car fleets are leading the way in the transition to electrification. Encouraged by favourable tax incentives and lower operating costs, the percentage of plug-in vehicles in UK fleets grew from less than 9% in 2021 to more than 65% in 2025. However, data shows that not all fleets are […]